The recent ban of Marvel Snap in the US has sent shockwaves through the gaming community, especially since it coincides with the ban of the popular app TikTok. These two events are indeed connected, and here's the full story behind the ban.
Why the Ban on Marvel Snap in the US?
Marvel Snap isn't the only app affected; Mobile Legends: Bang Bang and CapCut have also been taken offline in the US. The common thread? All these apps are owned by ByteDance, the same company behind TikTok. Given the recent scrutiny TikTok has faced from US lawmakers over national security and data privacy concerns, ByteDance seems to have taken a preemptive step by pulling these apps from the market.
There's a glimmer of hope, though. If TikTok manages to make a temporary comeback, it's possible that other ByteDance-owned games and apps, including Marvel Snap, could return to US app stores. The US represents a significant portion of the player base and revenue for these Chinese-owned gaming companies, making a full ban a major setback.
Only time will tell if the ban on Marvel Snap in the US will be lifted. Until then, we can only hope for the best. For those outside the US, you can continue enjoying the game by downloading it from the Google Play Store.
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